Which '80s TV Show Should You Have Starred In?

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Put on some Jams Shorts or roll up the hem of your acid wash jeans, we're going back to the '80s. In this quiz, we'll look at which famous '80s show should have had you as part of the cast.

Which genre do you think you would fit into best?

Comedy

Action

Science fiction

Drama

How would you describe your work attire?

Uniform

Casual

Colorful

Business

Which word best describes your personality?

Flashy

Whimsical

Laid-back

Serious

Where would you prefer to live?

Suburbia

Big city in a warm climate

Big city, location doesn't matter

Big city in the north

Which phrase best describes the character you would play?

Tough cop from the mean streets

Just one of the regulars

A colorful local with a scoop on a bust

An average American in unusual circumstances

Which of the following '80s movies do you like most?

"The Breakfast Club"

"Beverly Hills Cop"

"E.T."

"Lethal Weapon"

Which kind of story do you prefer?

Real life story with grit

Fantasy that takes you away from the mundane

Something with energy to get the blood flowing

Something funny; laughter is the best medicine

What '80s fashion trend was your favorite?

Bright neon colors

High-top fade haircut

Sperry topsiders

Members only jackets

What's your favorite song from the '80s?

"Say Say Say" by Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson

"Flashdance" by Irene Cara

"Every Breath You Take" by The Police

"Centerfold" by The J. Geils Band

How would you describe your sense of humor?

Dark

Observational

Full of sexy innuendo

Slapstick

Which popular '80s actor would you work best with?

Mickey Rourke

Michael Douglas

Christopher Walken

Robert De Niro

Which popular '80s actress would you work best with?

Sigourney Weaver

Molly Ringwald

Michelle Pfeiffer

Meryl Streep

Which is your favorite '80s gadget?

Sony Walkman

Nintendo Entertainment System

Motorola Wireless Phone

VHS Player

What is your favorite dance move from the '80s?

The Thriller Dance

The Moonwalk

The Running Man

The Electric Slide

What is your strongest memory from the '80s?

Challenger disaster

The Miracle on Ice

Michael Jackson's one white glove

The Rubik's cube phenomenon

Which of the following is more important to you?

Being a part of a team

Being on the cutting edge of style

Doing something unique and different

Helping those in need

Which best describes your body type?

Muscular

Average

Fit

A few extra pounds

Which kind of restaurant do you prefer?

Upscale spot

Fast food

The local pub

Family diner

What sport do you like the most?

Baseball

Beach volleyball

Football

Pool or darts

Which '80s sports dynasty do you like the most?

San Fransisco 49ers

Boston Celtics

Los Angeles Dodgers

Edmonton Oilers

What kind of a car would you drive in the '80s?

Ford Escort

Lamborghini Countach

DeLorean DMC-12

Pontiac Firebird

Which was your favorite '80s toy?

Fisher Price Cassette Tape Player

Teddy Ruxpin

Lite-Brite

Little Tikes Kitchen Sets

Which was your favorite video game in the '80s?

Pole Position

Asteroids

Pac-Man

Donkey Kong

What was your favorite cartoon of the '80s?

"Thundercats"

"G.I. Joe"

"He-Man"

"Scooby-Doo"

Which story sounds more interesting to you?

A character struggles with depression in the wake of a traumatic incident on the job.

An unlikely love affair is brewing among coworkers.

There's a big drug deal going down by the docks tonight.

There's something strange going on in that house over there.

Which would you rather a TV show did for you?

Made me feel like I was part of something

Gave me a thrill

Made me laugh

Made me think

What was your favorite phenomenon of the '80s?

"Who shot J.R.?"

MTV

Prince Charles and Princess Diana wedding

Jane Fonda's workout videos

What acting role would you be best for?

Mob boss

Alien

Average Joe

Police officer

What age makes up the best part of your life?

Childhood

Teenage years

Middle age

Retirement

What job sounds more appealing?

Police officer

Bartender

DEA agent

Astronaut

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